The role of cognitive absorption in technology acceptance: Not all dimensions are created equal

One of the most oft used models for determining an individual's intention to use a technology has been the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) (Davis 1989). Research studies utilizing TAM have focused on cognitive and social influence explanations of perceived ease-of-use and perceived usefulness. Research in individual psychology suggests that a holistic view may better define the mechanisms surrounding how an individual comes to perceive and accept a technological innovation.;Holistic research in information systems has revolved around studying the experiential state of "flow" or "cognitive absorption." These studies conflict on their definition of this state, which leads to the questions; which, if any, of these dimensions are truly reflective of this state? And how do these dimensions affect technology perceptions? This study furthers our understanding of technology acceptance by defining the role that the dimensions and experiential state of cognitive absorption play in an individual's acceptance of a technological innovation.